By Greg Stepanich When the going gets tough, the tough get chill. At least, that’s how Sirena Huang handles things before she has to go out with her violin and face the public. “Right before I go on stage, whether it’s a competition or a concert, I meditate in my dressing room. It helps me focus, to stay in the present moment, and just do my best,” said Huang, whose … [Read more...]
Violinist Sirena Huang wins first Oliveira Competition
Sirena Huang, a 22-year-old violinist from South Windsor, Conn., won first prize tonight in the inaugural Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition. Huang, who has soloed with more than 40 orchestras including the New York Philharmonic and Cleveland Orchestra, received $30,000, along with a new violin, bow and case, plus professional management and performance … [Read more...]
Arts buzz: Oliveira finalists perform this weekend; Liman Gallery closing will benefit Dreyfoos
Tonight and tomorrow afternoon, the four finalists in the Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition will compete for the grand prize in the inaugural mounting of this contest. Tonight at Lynn University’s Wold Performing Arts Center, two of the four finalists, Hannah Tarley, 25, of the United States, and Quanshuai Li, 25, of China, will perform with the Lynn … [Read more...]